Our Place in the Sun

Photographed by Ned Matura

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PEOPLES FROM BARBADOS 14 from Peoples from Barbados

FLIGHT PATTERN

Zyl usually zests me but this Randolph gets unabashed approval as a personal favorite in this crop of superb sunglasses. Loving the ice-cold look of the silver metal as the brushed texture has such a great feel. Never usually a fan of nosepads (hence the loyalty to plastic frames) but this pilot shape fits and feels amazing. Some say “library temple” but Randolph prefers “bayonet temple.” Me too. Helps also that Randolph has lens quality set to max perfection.

From top: KINGPIN from Wiley X; CHEECA from Costa; INVU 191 from Europa International

ROUND AND AROUND

And around we go… a soft lilac is the perfect shade for spring making this feminine sunwear style a staple for the season with all it has to offer. An upside-down semi-rimless? Iridescent geometric flash lenses? A “not your average” round shape? Check, check and check. This delicate sunwear style is a standout so it’s no surprise we are totally on board.

CHECK MATE

Big and bold is always my go-to when it comes to sunglasses. However, it takes more than a big frame to capture my heart. The unique black and white colorblocking design on this CH Carolina Herrera frame adds just enough flair to make my heart dance. Not to mention that these sunglasses perfectly coordinate with my current hair colors.

THE PERFECT DECORATION

When it comes to femininity and elegance, Lafont always delivers. This frame, with its classic CatEye shape and beautiful Art Deco inspired details, immediately caught my attention. Delicately carved metal evokes the iconic Chrysler building, and multiple layers give it just the right amount of dimension, creating a refined yet glamorous look that any woman would love—especially this one.

BEVELED BEAUTY

There’s nothing more alluring than a dramatic CatEye shape with distinct yet feminine design details. This staple shape finds itself being reinvented in various sizes, colors and materials, positioning itself as a must-have look. This Chloe frame combines small beveled etchings on rimless lenses with intricate gold trimmings and tortoise temple tips to create a luxurious yet accessible sunglass.

–Victoria Garcia

CHLOE 157S from Marchon Eyewear

From left: YOKO from Orgreen Optics; ISAAC MIZRAHI NEW YORK 30254 from Charmant USA

CHAIN OF COOL

Eye had never met an eyewear chain I’d wear… until I laid eyes on THIS chained sunglass from Mykita. A stylish and functional accoutrement to our favorite ultimate accessory, chains come in multiple options from beaded and jeweled to sporty cords. But I didn’t think I would ever rock one, until this one rocked my world. This metal sunglass with its exaggerated pilot shape screams super cool but its silver chain reminiscent of the metal zippers on my favorite leather motorcycle jacket takes it to the next level. Can I channel my inner rock star with an eyewear chain? Oh yes—consider me a new recruit of the chain gang.

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